Taos is the southern gateway to the Rocky Mountains, nestled in an intimate valley where Spanish Colonial and Native American history meet in the European village. The mountain boasts over 100 trails, including expert hike-to terrain on Kachina Peak. Taos Ski Valley is in the midst of a $300 million overhaul, including the recently opened ski-in / ski-out hotel, The Blake, and a new high-speed chairlift quad for winter 2018/2019.

"Taos Ski Valley is thrilled to join the Ikon Pass and its impressive lineup of outstanding destinations," said David Norden, CEO of Taos Ski Valley. "Taos has been recognized as one of the iconic mountains of North America, is undergoing a major revitalization, and is the world's first certified ski resort B-Corporation. As such, our mountain culture and environmental ethos align with the Ikon Pass community. Taos is honored to have been selected as an Ikon Pass partner. "

Sam grew up in Colorado and spent time as a Meteorologist Intern at Channel 7 News in Denver and at the National Weather Service in Boulder. He's now the Director of Operations for OpenSnow, writes Daily Snow Forecasts, and enjoys plenty of powder days.